INSTITUTE of INFORMATION SECURITY

Student Interviews

Master's Programme

Interviews from 2019

Tomoko Nagasako

The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
Enrolled in October 2017 Recommendations on how to deal with Digital Gerrymandering that aims to use a variety of cyber attacks to interfere with elections.

Katsuyoshi Watari

Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
Enrolled in October 2017 Researching the security of middleware, which is essential for the development of robots and IoT used in the home.

Interviews from 2018

Masaya Niwa

NTT TechnoCross Corporation
Enrolled in April 2017 Examining effective security measures for the IoT, which faces a number of challenges such as resource shortages and mixed specifications.

Masaki Sugiu

Hitachi Systems, Ltd.
Enrolled in April 2017 Researching into "deception-based defence" to disrupt attacks by making them more difficult to penetrate, based on the assumption that the system will be intruded.

Interviews from 2017

Hisashi Kikuchi

NTT COMWARE Corporation
Enrolled in April 2016 I was transferred to the in-house CSIRT upon enrolment. The practical, work-related knowledge gained at IISEC can be used immediately by my company.

Toshiya Sugii

NEC Fielding, Ltd.
Enrolled in October 2016 Working on a system to detect malware infections at an early stage, focusing on the endpoint rather than the corporate network.

Interviews from 2016

Junya Kusumi

Hitachi Systems, Ltd.
Enrolled in April 2015 Both the extensive knowledge and expertise acquired at IISEC are able to be applied directly to the work of a security consultant.

Yasuyuki Maeda

The National Police Agency
Enrolled in October 2014 I am wishing to be able to properly investigate and prove crimes in the field of cyber security through collaboration between industry, government and academia.

Interviews from 2015

Koji Uno

Ernst & Young ShinNihon LLC
Enrolled in April 2014 I joined the audit firm because I wanted to specialise in the IT field. Enrolling in this graduate school was a great help when I changed my job.

Ryohei Mizusawa

The Financial Services Agency
Enrolled in April 2014 eDiscovery is the key to winning or losing a civil case in the US. I am conducting a survey to find out how well Japanese companies are responding to this.

Interviews from 2014

Mitsuru Nakao

Graduated from Konan University, Department of Intelligence and Informatics
Received an offer from KDDI Corporation (as of May 2014)
Enrolled in April 2013 In order to apply my knowledge in the real world, I came to this graduate school where I can learn practical skills. The experience of studying with mature students was also highly valued in my job hunting.

Hiroshi Oe

Orient Corporation
Enrolled in April 2013 With the 2020 Olympics on the horizon, the use of credit cards is sure to increase. My research is on the security of the card industry, with a focus on the PCI DSS, the unified security standard for credit cards.

Interviews from 2013

Hitoshi Osanai

NTT TechnoCross Corporation
Enrolled in April 2012 At IISEC, where we can study a wide range of subjects from business-oriented technology to management, I am researching on the sharing of security policies between companies.

Tomohiro Kubo

Idemitsu Kosan Co., Ltd.
Enrolled in October 2012 In an age where information systems have become infrastructures, availability is being increasingly important. As the cooperation between companies deepens, building security that does not stop the business is desirable.

Interviews from 2012

Tatsuya Kawamura

Graduated from Salesian Polytechnic College Advanced Course of Production System Engineering in 2011
Received an offer from Sansan, Inc.
Enrolled in April 2011 IISEC is a place where you can do research whilst having contact with the real world. I am researching secure development methods for Android applications.

Naoki Shizuyama

Kanagawa Prefectural Government Office
Enrolled in April 2011 IISEC is where you can learn a wide range of basics about security required for the information policy of local governments and discuss real issues.

Interviews from 2011

Shunsuke Nishimura

Hitachi Solutions Create, Ltd.
Enrolled in April 2010 I am researching methods to more securely manage user information used in advertisements, such as the recommendations we see on the internet.

Li Cui

Graduated from Kyushu International University, Faculty of Law, in 2010
Enrolled in October 2010 Aiming to become an international expert on intellectual property rights, including assisting Japanese companies operating in China.

Interviews from 2010

Miyuki Uda

Graduated from University of Tsukuba in 2020
Enrolled in April 2010 Researching on the most effective way of educating people about the future of content protection policies.

Tatsuhiko Matsufuji

Graduated from the Polytechnic University in 2010
Enrolled in April 2010 I want to create a safe environment for the use of essential security mechanisms such as authentication for various web services.

Yoshimasa Kawamata

Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd.
Enrolled in April 2010 Exploring how information security can be used effectively in corporate management, including cost-effectiveness and evaluation of public opinion.

Akiko Inoue

NTT Docomo Inc.
Enrolled in April 2008 I want to continue to make our mobile phone email service safe and secure for everyone to use.

Yoshiharu Itou

Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, Inc.
Enrolled in April 2009 Researching the security requirements of future power control.

Interviews from 2009

Hiroyuki Odajima

NEC Corporation
Enrolled in April 2009 In addition to research directly related to my work, I expect that IISEC will enable me to develop my basic skills as a member of society.

Ayako Suzuki

Graduated from Tokyo University of Science in 2009
Enrolled in April 2009 I would like to work in security research in the future after absorbing various knowledge and experiences from mature students in IISEC.

Akira Fujimaki

Teacher, Saitama Asaka High School
Enrolled in April 2009 The "Information" subject in high school is still in its infancy. I would like to use the systematic knowledge of information security to deepen my students' understanding of the subject.

Haruto Kitano

Oracle Corporation Japan
Enrolled in April 2008 How can information security help management? I want to improve my ability to communicate clearly to management.

Yoshitaka Hamada

NTT COMWARE Corporation
Enrolled in April 2008 Why do people break the rules? I want to consider this in terms of the impact of the workplace and relationships.

Interviews from 2008

Tsukasa Ishiguro

Graduated from Future University Hakodate, School of Systems Information Science
Enrolled in April 2008 Technology alone is not enough to prevent information leakage. I would like to learn a wide range of subjects including management and legal issues.

Yasutoshi Takahashi

Graduated from Shibaura Institute of Technology, College of Engineering
Internet Initiative Japan Inc.
Enrolled in April 2008 I was impressed by the fact that IISEC lectures are offered by teachers who are active on their front line! A number of motivated students are also a stimulus.

Yuji Isogai

Graduated from The University of Electro-Communications
Kyowa Exeo Corporation
Enrolled in April 2008 Enrolling in IISEC is an opportunity! I want to use the chance as a stepping stone to becoming a security expert in my company.

Ichiro Nakamura

Graduated from Ritsumeikan University, Faculty of Law
IT consultant and freelance writer
Enrolled in April 2007 I can use my knowledge of law and have even acquired knowledge outside of law. I have learned about the depth of security.

Hiroyuki Muto

Graduated from Saitama University, Faculty of Science
Nippon Telegraph and Telephone East Corporation
Enrolled in April 2007 Researching into new defence mechanisms against DoS attacks that are not simply attack blocking.

Interviews from 2007

Kazuyuki Seki

Graduated from Chiba Institute of Technology, Faculty of Information Science
Enrolled in April 2007 It is a pleasure to study at a graduate school. I am researching security that is easy to use for many people.

Shinobu Sawada

Completed a Master's programme in Graduate School of Natural Sciences, Kobe University
NTT DATA Corporation
Enrolled in April 2007 Learning the high level of security knowledge required for the construction of governmental systems.

Shunsuke Matsukura

Graduated from Tohoku University, Faculty of Engineering
Enrolled in April 2007 I am studying to become an engineer involved in network construction, whilst making use of my previous social experience.

Wataru Senga

Graduated from Keio University, Faculty of Science and Technology
KDDI Corporation, Security Operation Centre
Enrolled in April 2007 Researching on communication services that combine user convenience and security with state-of-the-art authentication technology.

Takao Mori

Graduated from Waseda University, Faculty of Science and Engineering
Nikkei Inc.
Enrolled in April 2006 Maintaining an ISMS is harder than introducing one. In response to such comments, I am researching ways to enable efficient operation.

Akito Ishihara

Graduated from NIT, Kumamoto College, Department of Control and Information Systems Engineering
Enrolled in April 2006 Researching into creating a security system that is more user-friendly for the end-user with an image selective authentication method.

Miyuki Takao

Graduated from Waseda University, Faculty of Education
Mizuho Information & Research Institute, Inc.
Enrolled in April 2006 With a view to standardisation, I am researching the realisation of reliable electronic signatures for business use.

Ryosuke Ogaya

Completed a Master's programme in Graduate School of Science and Technology, Meiji University
Hitachi Solutions, Ltd.
Enrolled in April 2006 How can I use the results of data mining using data from multiple companies without leaking each other's content?

Interviews from 2006

Yusuke Nagahiro

Completed a Master's programme in Graduate School of Engineering, Kyoto University
NEC Corporation
Enrolled in April 2006 I would like to learn more about cryptography, which is necessary for the secure exchange of information on networks.

Kazuki Fujisawa

Graduated from Musashi Institute of Technology, Faculty of Engineering
Enrolled in April 2006 I have been interested in information security since high school, and I feel happy to be able to study it to the fullest.

Masafumi Masuya

Graduated from Niigata University, Faculty of Law
Enrolled in April 2006 Focusing on laws, I am studying how to combine strong security with a good working environment for employees.

Takeo Mizuno

Graduated from Hokkaido University, Faculty of Agriculture
NTT DATA Corporation
Enrolled in April 2006 I thought it was necessary to learn systematic knowledge and state-of-the-art case studies in graduate school in order to respond to new challenges that arise.

Tetsuo Sasaki

Graduated from Hokkaido University, Faculty of Law
Hitachi, Ltd.
Enrolled in April 2005 In order to achieve information security, I use the "structuring method" to find out the specific challenges of the organisation.

Naoto Ohkawa

Graduated from the University of Electro-Communications
Enrolled in April 2005 Researching into the extension of digital signatures to help prevent secondary leaks of content to the future establishment of e-government.

Takeshi Takatsu

Completed a Master's programme in Graduate School of Natural Science & Technology, Kanazawa University
NTT Communications Corporation
Enrolled in April 2005 I would like to propose a system to quantitatively calculate the risk of information security, such as the amount of damage caused by information leaks.

Satoshi Kondo

Graduated from Japan Electronics College, International Computer Technology Course
Trend Micro Incorporated
Enrolled in April 2005 My research aims to establish an autonomous security network that is also secure by referring to a large number of reviews.

Interviews from 2005

Mayumi Tanaka

Graduated from Doshisha University, Faculty of Letters
Working at Graduate School, The University of Tokyo
Enrolled in April 2005 How to ensure to protect personal data in a medical institution without forgetting the medical principle of "for the patient"?

Masaki Fujisawa

Completed a Master's programme in Graduate School of Engineering, Tokai University
NEC Corporation
Enrolled in April 2005 I would like to add the value of information security to the construction of our systems whilst ensuring that our customers' information is managed properly.

Sachiko Yoshihama

Graduated from Aoyama Gakuin University, Faculty of Economics
IBM Research – Tokyo
Enrolled in April 2005 Research into the implementation of strong security on computer platforms by linking hardware and software.

Junya Nagoshi

Graduated from Kyoto College of Science and Technology, Department of Information Systems
NIFTY Corporation
Enrolled in April 2005 Creating security services that are acceptable to a wider market requires an end-user's perspective.

Naoki Muramatsu

Graduated from Tohoku University, Faculty of Engineering
Nippon Telegraph and Telephone East Corporation
Enrolled in April 2005 Research into biometric security systems that are both secure and convenient.

Natsumi Kawashima

Graduated from Hosei University, Faculty of Engineering
Enrolled in April 2005 I want to gain expertise in cryptography and information required for my research in radio astronomy.

Takeshi Kubota

Graduated from Meiji University, Faculty of Science and Technology
Enrolled in April 2005 My aim is to create a next generation society where security can be used as an infrastructure without any special awareness.

Doctoral Programme

Interviews from 2019

Tatsuo Mitani

Mitsubishi Chemical Systems, Inc.
Enrolled in October 2018 I aim to be a key player in building a more efficient and secure SCM using blockchain and AI.

Interviews from 2018

Kosuke Ito

Connected Consumer Device Security Council （CCDS）
Enrolled in April 2018 I want to create a global standard for security quality control in Japanese manufacturing, using quality control methods as a reference.

Interviews from 2016

Hiroki Hada

NTT Security Corporation
Enrolled in October 2015 In order to analyse frequently appearing malware variants in an effective and efficient way, I am researching into the development of my unique analysis method.

Interviews from 2015

Yasuyuki Tanaka

NTT Communications Corporation
Enrolled in April 2015 I am considering new ways of approaching difficult problems such as zero-day attacks and detecting the latest malware.

Interviews from 2014

Ichiro Mizukoshi

Nippon Telegraph and Telephone East Corporation
Enrolled in April 2014 My goal is to provide a secure Internet environment for everyone in the IoT era. I am researching on how to provide patches for vulnerabilities.

Interviews from 2012

Kazuyuki Ishii

Working for a telecommunications equipment manufacturer
Enrolled in April 2012 Going to a graduate school is a personal investment in your career. I would also like to complete my PhD and aim for a new position in my workplace.

Interviews from 2011

Ichiro Nakamura

Freelance writer & IT consultant
Enrolled in April 2009 There is no way to completely delete information that has been leaked. I'm working on a new way of looking at the law that takes those risks into account.

Interviews from 2010

Hiroaki Anada

NEC Corporation
Enrolled in April 2009 I would like to get the opportunity to research and develop "authentication", "digital signatures" and "encrypted communications" in my company through academic publications and obtaining a degree.

Interviews from 2009

Daisuke Moriyama

Completed a Master's programme in Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Chuo University, in 2008
Enrolled in April 2008 Research into cryptographic protocols that can be processed instantaneously and used to identify individuals while ensuring anonymity, is also important for the practical application of electronic voting, such as in elections.

Interviews from 2008

Toshiharu Harada

Graduated from Hokkaido University, Faculty of Engineering
Enrolled in April 2008 I want to combine my development skill and work experience into a systematic discipline that bridges open source and academia.

Interviews from 2007

Masaki Hashimoto

Graduated from Ritsumeikan University, College of Letters
Completed a Master's programme in IISEC
Enrolled in April 2007 I am doing fundamental research to create a secure operating system that is also suitable for distributed processing, with a long-term perspective that only a graduate school can provide.

Toru Maegawa

Graduated from Nagoya Institute of Technology, Department of Information Engineering
Professor at Cyber University, Visiting researcher at Fujitsu Research Institute
Enrolled in April 2007 In preparation for the full-fledged realisation of e-government and e-municipalities, I am conducting research to make users understand the safety of "resident registry network" and other systems.

Interviews from 2006

Keiji Minami

Completed a Master's programme in Interdisciplinary Graduate School of Science and Engineering, Tokyo Institute of Technology
Institute for Information and Communications Policy, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications
Enrolled in April 2006 I study information security, which supports the safety of the ubiquitous society, from a more academic perspective.

Keiichi Horiai

Graduated from Graduate School of Science and Engineering, National Defense Academy of Japan
Working at The Second Research Institute, Technical Research Headquarters, Japan Defense Agency
Enrolled in April 2006 Researching on a robust system that applies methods such as data mining, to monitor for information leaks and intrusions.